29 Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.

30 A tranquil[1] heart gives life to the flesh, but envy[2] makes the bones rot.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:29-30

Commentary on Proverbs 14:29

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A mild, patient man is one that learns of Christ, who is Wisdom itself. Unbridled passion is folly made known.

Commentary on Proverbs 14:30

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An upright, contented, and benevolent mind, tends to health.